Duck Mountain - Blue Lakes
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Duck Mountain - Childs Lake
Manitoba Parks Manitoba
what to expect
The Duck Mountains are a series of rolling highlands known as the Manitoba Escarpment, a legacy of the glaciers from long ago. An important area during fur trading times, the land is also characterized by the Boreal forest and glacial pot hole lakes. The campsites at Childs Lake campground serve as a refuge for fun-loving campers. Boating, hiking, biking and fishing can all be enjoyed here.
Located in the Campground
Boat launch, dump station, kiosk, modern washrooms, pay showers, pit privies, playground, swimming (unsupervised beach), volleyball, and water taps.
Located in the Park
Boating, canoeing, convenience store (Childs Lake Lodge), firewood (available for purchase), fishing (license required), gas station, hiking, picnic areas, picnic shelte…
the basics
what to know
Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.
No fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.
what to bring
This list adapts to Duck Mountain - Childs Lake. no showers means a travel towel;
common questions about Duck Mountain - Childs Lake
- how far is Duck Mountain - Childs Lake from Edmonton?
- Duck Mountain Provincial Park - Childs Lake Campground is 862 km from Edmonton. Use Google Maps for current drive times — they account for terrain, traffic, ferries, and closures we can't.
- do you need reservations at Duck Mountain - Childs Lake?
- Yes. Duck Mountain Provincial Park - Childs Lake Campground is operated by Manitoba Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
nearby places
Within ~100 km of Duck Mountain - Childs Lake.
want to camp at Duck Mountain - Childs Lake?
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